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Volunteer - Fundraising Chair - Austin

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ORGANIZATION: Education First

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Education First

Are you interested in helping low-income youth get a college degree? Would you like to be part of an organization that gives thousands of dollars each year to deserving students who aspire to improve their lives and community?

Join Education First and be a leader in your local community. For 20 years, Education First has been providing need-based college scholarships to underserved communities and has awarded $1,000,000 to date. Visit educationfirst.org to learn more about our organization."

Fundraising Chair Responsibilities:

- Coordinating our annual fundraising campaign with the local chairs in Austin
- Educating volunteers on how to best fundraise
- Writing appeal letters that create emotion and share real stories
- Training volunteers on how to effectively use our tools to turn requests into donations

This position has a time commitment varying between 0-5 hours per week and averages
approximately 1-2 hours per week. This position is designed so it can be held by individuals with other commitments.

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About Education First

Location:

4701 SW Admiral Way #149, Seattle, WA 98116, US

Mission Statement

Education First is dedicated to providing need-based college scholarships to exceptional seniors attending high schools with historically low percentages of college applicants. By rewarding students with strength of character, a commitment to learning, and a vision for their future, our aim is to invest in individuals who will positively affect their communities.

Description

Founded in 1995 by a group of recent college graduates, Education First is a nonprofit organization providing college scholarships to lo income youth. The founders of Education First believe that higher education can assist in breaking generational poverty. To promote our mission, we provide both financial and mentoring support to students. Education First targets students who have overcome significant life challenges and are seldom recognized for their achievements.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Education & Literacy
Community, Education & Literacy

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

to be arranged accordinglyAustin, TX 78705

(30.296171,-97.73895)
 

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